Museum Address
District Museum, District Library, Mynthong- 793150
Are there any docents or guides who visitors can directly call to book for a guided tour?
No
When was the museum established?
2010
Briefly describe the history of the museum, its collection and donors.
The District Museum in Jowai was established in 2010. It has a small collection which is ethnographic in nature, and includes dresses, ornaments, household items, and agricultural paraphernalia of the local people.
The museum is considered as one of the centres for studies into the history and culture of Meghalaya. It is a relatively small museum in terms of infrastructure but there has been a steady collection of artefacts since its inception.
The Directorate of Arts and Culture, Govt. of Meghalaya, Shillong, annually puts up advertisement for purchase of artefacts of historical relevance to the state. As the District Museum is run by the state government, the collection process needs approval of the Art Purchase Committee which consists of members drawn from various fields and government departments. This committee meets once every year to discuss various items that sellers bring for sale and either approves or rejects the proposals.
The museum also has a small gallery showcasing local artists.
Workshops/seminars/lectures
No
Library and archives services
No
IT facilities ( Photocopying, printing, computer )
No
Conference/ Seminar hall
No
Who manages the museum?
State Government
Person-in-charge of the museum
Other
Last Name
Lyngdoh Mawphlang
What is the average duration to see the museum?
less than 1 hour
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Is the museum currently closed?
No
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Gallery Images
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A section of the painting gallery
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Paila: Necklace made of corals
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Photograph of a Jaintia girl in traditional attire
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A section of the main gallery
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Khiew Larnai pottery
Getting there
By road from Shillong. Nearest public transport is available at Sumo/Indica/Maruti Swift stand at Bara Bazar, Shillong.
Opening Days
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
